Category: foam carving

Abstract art panel in profile cut layers, red dominant. made from XPS Foam glued together layers and painted with acrylic paint.

Abstract art panels using xps foam panels in layers to make 3d art panels. Each layer was cut and then the surface was smoothed with wet and dry 180 grit sand paper, sealed with water proof PVA and painted with vinyl matt emulsion before gluing together with contact adhesive. The edge of the panel was […]

XPS Foam profile cut shapes. Not the good person to make as profile cut xps foam shape of but some idiots seem to like him.

A simple design using xps foam panel carved with a scalpel into a series of curved lines creating a chisel effect into the foam. The material was then textured painted with coloured stone effect paint from https://www.stonelux.co.uk/ The back of the panel also requires painting with the same material stabilise the material and stop any […]

How to make 3D wall art out of xps foam. Creating 3D wall art from XPS (extruded polystyrene) foam is an accessible and lightweight DIY project that allows for significant creative freedom. XPS foam, commonly found in hardware stores as insulation board, is ideal for carving and shaping due to its uniform, dense structure. The […]

Painting Extruded Polystyrene (XPS) foam using only water-based paints is a simple and effective technique for achieving a finished look for projects without the need for a separate primer or sealer. This method is crucial because the foam is highly susceptible to chemical damage from the solvents found in typical oil-based paints and aerosol sprays, […]

Making xps foam print blocks using old medieval block prints as a reference for the design, either copy it or make your own design.

Abstract art polystyrene sculptures carved with jab saw, hot wand tools, wire brushes and various sand papers.

Polynesian face carvings made from xps foam, carved from blocks of xpsfoam 150mmx150mmx300mm.